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Nocturnal Animals: The Secret Lives of Nighttime Creatures

As the sun sets and darkness covers the earth, a hidden world comes alive. This is the realm of nocturnal

World Ranger Day

World Ranger Day is celebrated annually on July 31st to honour and appreciate the dedication of rangers worldwide. World Ranger

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The History of Agriculture and Forests in Lungau

The Origins of Agriculture 10,000 years ago, in the Fertile Crescent, humans began to domesticate their environment and certain species

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World nature conservation day

World Nature Conservation Day, celebrated annually on July 28th, is a significant occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the importance

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How to read the history of agriculture in rural landscapes

Since the beginning of the industrial era and with mechanization, agricultural practices have evolved significantly. This has favored rural exodus,

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The Great Migration: Wildlife Journeys Across Continents

The phenomenon of migration is one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles. Each year, countless species embark on epic journeys across

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Wild About Wildlife Month

Every July, Wild About Wildlife Month is celebrated, a time dedicate to appreciate and protect the diversity of wildlife on

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Vertical Wetlands

Urban rivers and canals have lost their natural shorelines and shallow water zones, replaced by steep concrete, steel, or masonry

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From Maps to Photos: Unveiling the Past Landscapes

This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. Sometimes it is complicated to understand the history of a territory’s landscape. Yet,

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Pshav-Khevsureti national park in Georgia

Georgia has different types of national parks in different regions. They vary from wetlands and valleys to high mountains in

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My experience in the mountains as a volunteer

This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. My name is Aurélien, I am French, and I am currently volunteering at

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Climate change and shifting ecosystems: understanding the impact of altitudinal and latitudinal shifts

Worldwide, climate change is leading to changing weather patterns and increasing frequencies and intensity of extreme weather events, such as

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Evolution of Forests in the Alpine Valleys North of Tamsweg in Austria

This post and maps are created by Aurélien Rinaudo. 10,000 years ago, humans began to settle down gradually. With this

Wilderness Policy

Nature Restoration Law: A new dawn for European biodiversity?

Despite facing strong opposition, particularly from the European People’s Party, the European Parliament on 17th of June 2024 passed a draft legal

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The return of the bearded vulture in the Alps

This posting is written by Aurélien Rinaudo. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus barbatus) is the largest bird in Europe. Recognizable by

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The LIFE Apollo2020 outdoor season has started for Austria

The snow has started to melt in the Alps, which means that the outdoor work season for the Apollo butterfly

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The impact of the otter on the fish population

This post is written by Aurelien Rinaudo. The European otter is a small aquatic mammal who lives in Europe but

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Austrian Peatland Strategy 2030+

European Wilderness Society is a partner of ALFAwetlands project and is following proper legislation developments in Austria regarding wetlands. One

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World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought

Desertification and Drought Day was officially declared by the UN General Assembly as “World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought”.

Sustainable Tourism

SMARTOUR Workshop In Austria

European Wilderness Society have organised successful SMARTOUR workshop in Linz, Austria. More than 30 participants have jointed this second Smart

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